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Its all about Growth on and off the island!

Isn't it so exciting that the demand for commercial acquisitions has escalated along with the substantial interest in commercial leasing on and off the island.

If you haven't noticed by now the former bank on the corner of Fredericksburg and Ventnor Avenues on the boarder of Margate and Ventnor is now the home of the irresistible Water Dog Smoke House featuring smoked cuisine with a healthy menu. As you travel North down Ventnor avenue Santucci's Original Square Pizza established in Philadelphia, is under construction at the former Arrow Hardware site and will feature their famous menu, including hosting a liquor license and entertaining arcade coming this spring. The former Delaware Market is also in the process of a restaurant renovation project and we can't forget Dunkin' Donuts with drive thru roasting their signature coffee daily. Additionally, The Ventnor Square Movie Theater is being restored and re-invented by experienced operators out of Stone Harbor including a burger bar with liquor license. The former Mento's South Philly Italian Ice ice cream parlor will now open across the street from Farley & Ferry Realty as North Beach Cafe & Creamery providing breakfast, lunch, and Ice Cream & Deserts. If you're on your bike or taking a power walk on the boardwalk you will see plenty of new construction throughout the beach front and beach blocks in both cities of Margate and Ventnor.

Keep in mind Ventnor has a tax abatement for all new construction so builders are being enticed to develop along with a 3% increase in values. Ventnor is invigorated with new construction and interest remains high for primary and secondary homeowners.

In 2019 there was a greater demand for commercial properties offshore as Landsman Uniform developed a handsome building on the Black Horse Pike which is now completely finished looking stellar and featuring two new successful commercial businesses.

The Flooring Gallery and Coco Nails entered into lease agreements prior to completion of the project. It's very apparent that throughout our area that those with entrepreneurial skills are leaning forward and incorporating their business model into opportunities. The properties we have listed below are very diverse, unique and prime for acquisition. Actually, the interest rates are the lowest they have been in the last three years, commercial banks are lending and commercial inventory is ripe for development. What's your vision of the former bank building on the beach block of South Surrey and Atlantic - how about a chic trendy cafe? or an interesting drive through venue? .......

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Mr. Peanut: Dead or Alive?

Last week, the cane-swinging, top hat-wearing, former Ocean City and Atlantic City boardwalk icon known as Mr. Peanut was pronounced dead.

“We’re devastated to confirm that Mr. Peanut is gone,” Planters wrote on Twitter. “He died doing what he did best – having people’s backs when they needed him most.” It seems that the nut brand, which has been synonymous with the iconic legume since 1916, had a second chapter in mind.

Turns out it was all an advertising plan that led Planters to kill off—and bring back to life—its beloved mascot.

How exactly did the Mr. Peanut die? In a 30-second Super Bowl pregame ad, Mr. Peanut is shown cruising down a mountain road in his Nutmobile with Wesley Snipes and Veep’s Matt Walsh. To avoid hitting an armadillo, the vehicle swerves and nosedives off a cliff, leaving all three passengers holding onto a branch for dear life.

The branch threatens to snap under their weight, until Mr. Peanut sacrifices himself and lets go, falling into the canyon and presumably to his death.

“We borrowed a page from pop culture, ” Samantha Hess, brand man-

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ager for Planters told Adweek the day after the Super Bowl. “There is this renewed appreciation for fictional characters after their death, and then they come back with a renewed sense of purpose to what they’re doing, which helps to set up something bigger and a little bit different.” In the follow up Super Bowl commercial, Mr. Peanut was reborn as #BabyNut, “a little legume who carries with him the spirit and wisdom of Mr. Peanut.

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y dad fell in love with another woman. He is 83 years old, so it was quite a shock! Her name is Alexa and my mom is not happy about her. She plays music loudly all day and responds to my dad's every wish.

While growing up, my dad always embraced new technology. We were the first in the neighborhood to have a remote control in the 1970s. I remember that long wire attaching it to the television. I loved that I never had to get off the couch to change a channel. This was before cable so there were only about six channels to choose from. Then came the VCR in the 80s, and a cordless phone and desktop computer in the 1990s.

Lately though, his knees have been failing him, so I thought voice command would be perfect for him.

So I bought my parents an Amazon Echo (named "Alexa") for Christmas.

It was me. I introduced him to her.

Who or what is Alexa? She is Amazon’s assistant in a female voice activated through a device called an Echo. Alexa can perform a variety of tasks, like playing music, playing games, and providing you with the weather or a news briefing. You can also use Alexa in your home to dim the lights, lock the doors, adjust the thermostat, and control other smart home devices. Saying "Alexa" activates your Echo to follow your voice command.

For my Dad, Alexa is playing 1940s "Cowboy" songs at a high volume all day long. My mom is ready to pull her hair out!

"Alexa play it louder" bellows my Dad. "Alexa, shut up!" responds my mom. Then they argue about who Alexa belongs too because as my Mom points out, it was a gift for both of them.

In 50 years I've never given my dad a gift he has loved more. He is completely enamored with Alexa.

I'm happy I gave him a gift he enjoys so much. But I fear for Alexa's life because I learned, long ago, not to mess with my Mom.

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“Alexa, use the force.”

“Alexa, happy birthday!”

“Alexa, where have all the flowers gone?”

“Alexa, tell us a knock-knock joke.”

“Alexa, what came first, the chicken or the egg?”

“Alexa, tell me a random fact.”

“Alexa, how do you say (fill in the blank) in spanish?”

“Alexa, Simon says...then say whatever you want Alexa to repeat.”

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“Alexa, start Animal Game or Capital Quiz.”

“Alexa, roll the dice.” (I think this one is extra cool. It’s great when you are playing a game with little kids or even a game with missing dice.)

“Alexa, rock, paper, scissors.”

“Alexa, what does the fox say?”

“Alexa, who’s the fairest of them all?”

“Alexa, how much do you weigh?”

“Alexa, how many licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie pop?

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Despite Alexa's intrusion though, my mom and dad are still going strong after 63 years of marriage. They met and married young, having shared all the seasons of their life.

With Valentine's Day upon us, love is in the forefront of our minds. Love unites us and it comes in many forms and stages throughout our lives. No matter how appealing and helpful Alexa is, she doesn't stand a chance.

It's our human feelings and bonds to one another that make life so special.

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Shore Local, Glory Days teaming up to bring readers more sports coverage

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ttention local news and sports fans, you are in for a treat! Beginning later this month, Shore Local Newsmagazine and Glory Days Magazine will be combining forces to bring fans of both publications a brand-new sports section inside Shore Local.

The section will begin as a once-permonth special section inside Shore Local and bring you updates on high school sports in the Cape-Atlantic League as well as some information and features involving youth sports and people in the South Jersey sports community.

"As we have seen in recent years, regional and national publications have cut staff and consolidated assets in an effort to remain viable, but at the local level, both Shore Local and Glory Days have been able to tap into the passion in our communities for local news and sports coverage," said Glory Days Publisher Dave "Sully" O'Sullivan.

"Here at Glory Days, we have seen our fan base continue to increase each year since we began in 2013 and we're excited about teaming up with Shore Local to add a new element to the area's media scene."

Glory Days is one of the leading high school sports publications in South Jersey and has grown exponentially since its in-

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ception seven years ago. Sully is a former high school and college baseball player who also spent 15 years in the newspaper business, working for such companies as The Asbury Park Press, The Daily Journal of Vineland and The Press of Atlantic City as a writer, photographer, editor and page designer.

He has been involved with high school sports throughout his career, and his mission when he launched Glory Days was to dive deeper beyond the scores and statistics to tell the stories of the people who are so passionate about high school sports.

"There is so much passion and interest in high school sports everywhere in this country, and particularly in South Jersey, because the student-athletes and families that support them are such a big part of local communities," Sully said. "There are so many great stories out there, from kids who are excelling in the classroom and leadership roles to coaches who have dedicated

their lives to teaching and mentoring young men and women. It's our great pleasure to be the platform — and now expand that platform to Shore Local — that gets to tell these stories and bring fans closer to the action.

During its first six years in business, Glory Days provided a twice-monthly print edition, but at the start of 2019 it switched to an all-digital platform at glorydaysonline. com in order to begin the process of expanding to cover more of the Cape-Atlantic League, which features schools in Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties. This past fall, Glory Days also brought on popular South Jersey football writer Mark Trible to cover other parts of South Jersey, such as Salem, Gloucester and Camden counties, and launched a weekly Facebook Live football broadcast.

These days, glorydaysonline.com garners an average of 20,000 pageviews per month and more than 10,000 fans follow the maga-

zine on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

“Even though we have been in business for seven years, we feel as though we are still just scratching the surface in terms of what we can do and how we can engage fans.” Sully said. “Partnering with Shore Local provides us with another great opportunity to introduce new fans to what we are doing, and allows us to show more people all the good that high school athletes are doing, not only in their respective sports, but also with community service and leadership."

Shore Local, as it’s loyal readers already know, is quickly becoming a force in the South Jersey media scene, so much so that it now produces weekly print editions throughout the summer. The magazine has grown to become the largest publication in the area. It can be picked up at 250 distribution points and read online. The owners, Bob and Cindy Fertsch strive to highlight the great people, places and events in South Jersey. Readers tell them the magazine has filled a void that has been created by larger area media businesses downsizing. And now, having two of the area's best family-owned media organizations join forces provides readers and fans of both publications even more content that you have grown to love.

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Artistic Director for the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show is Galloway's Tabitha D'umo - Cortopassi

By Cindy Christy Fertsch

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t was one of the biggest television events of the year, some say the biggest stage in the world. According to Fox, 102 million people tuned into Sunday’s game between the San Francisco 49ers and the victorious Kansas City Chiefs.

Tabitha A. D'umo - Cortopassi and Napoleon Buddy D'umo, known together as Nappytabs, have been working as Jennifer Lopez’s Creative Director for the last 10 years and have worked on the 2020 Super Bowl halftime show since late September 2019.

Tabitha grew up in Galloway and is a graduate of Absegami High School.

Her mother, Cynthia Cortopassi, of Egg Harbor Township. As a young child, Tabitha participated in dance, singing and modeling classes. Tabitha learned hip hop dance by watching her favorite music videos and participating in her school's cheer and dance teams.

Tabitha started dancing at the age of two. "Moving the coffee table was the norm as she performed

for family and friends as soon as the music was turned on," says Tabitha's mother, Cynthia Cortopassi. Tabitha's love for the Arts was fueled by her mom who enrolled her in classes for Dance Singing, Acting and Modeling. "I always felt it was important to keep kids busy and that it protects them from too much idle time and getting involved with negative influences," says Cynthia Cortopassi. "Tabitha landed her first Nickelodeon commercial at the age of ten and I even ended up getting pulled into it because they needed an adult too ."

While cheerleading at Absegami High School,Tabitha earned "All-American" status at an NCAA camp and got the opportunity to perform in the Aloha Bowl in Hawaii. After Tabitha graduated, she moved to Nevada in 1991 to attend UNLV where she majored in communications and started taking formal hip-hop dance classes. It was there at a party that she met Napoleon.

While hanging out with her cheerleading and dance team friends, Tabitha invited Napoleon and his friends to come to a practice session and do stunt work with them.

Napoleon and his friends eventually attended a formal practice session on campus, and the cheerleading coach was so impressed with their work that they all received full scholarships to join the team.

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Tabitha and Napoleon started dating in 1994. However, their professional partnership and dance career did not start until 1996 when they began teaching hip-hop classes together at the Las Vegas Athletic Club.

Since the beginning of their career, they have always worked together including their first choreography job and the first dance class they taught.

Today, Tabitha and her husband are two time Emmy Award-winning choreographers who are the first credited with developing lyrical hiphop that tells a story. They are best known for their choreography on the show "So You Think You Can Dance" and supervising choreographers and executive producers of America's Best Dance Crew. Tabitha is the Co-executive Producer of " World of Dance," owner of Nappytabs urban dancewear and has been working in the dance industry for nearly 25 years.

Their career progressed to providing creative direction for tours and live events by top names such as Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin, Celine Dion, and Jennifer Lopez. She has directed and acted in movies such as "Legally Blonde," "Mexican" and "Make Your Move" with Derrick Hough. As Artistic Director, they have done all of Hough's work for the last five years. They have also directed for Hough's sister, Juliana and produced Disney's last five Christmas shows.

From television and concerts, their move into theater occurred gradually. In 2010, they directed the

JabbaWockeeZ's MÜS.I.C. stage show and began to work with Cirque du Soleil; they choreographed Viva Elvis and were contributing choreographers for Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour. They established themselves as Creative Directors for Madonna's Super Bowl halftime performance. They continue to teach classes at dance studios and on the convention circuit. They have also been involved with charity work for organizations that support the arts.

Tabitha worked with Jennifer Lopez on the choreography in "Hustlers." The section of Sunday’s performance that featured pole dancing was intended as a tribute to the incredible skills and athleticism the actress picked up working on the film.

The halftime show also featured Colombian singer Shakira belting out some of her biggest hits. Most memorable for many was a moment near the end of Lopez’s performance where her daughter, Emme Maribel Muñiz, joined her along with other children and began singing “Let’s Get Loud” from inside lighted cages.

As Lopez wore a custom Versace feathered coat designed to look like the Puerto Rican flag, her daughter began singing a part of Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA.” There is no doubt that Cortopassi has made her hometown and all of South Jersey very proud. In a radio interview with Marc Berman, Tabitha credits her mom for all her support and allowing her to pursue her passion in the Arts.

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Views from the Shore: The Plays the Thing in Somers Point

By Brian Cahill

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tarting a new job can be very unnerving and intimidating, and that’s certainly how I left in the late ‘90s when I landed a publicist job at Caesars. But that feeling of uneasiness quickly went away as I had the pleasure of meeting a team of incredibly friendly people.

One of those who welcomed me was a key member of the entertainment staff Keith Cooper. Keith treated me as a friend from day one and we laughed together for years until our careers took different paths, and we lost touch as people tend to do.

A few years ago, I was attending Bayfest as a member of Shore, and to my pleasant surprise, I saw Keith at the Gateway tent. It was like the 15 years that had passed went by in an instant, and we reconnected immediately.

He and his team had worked so hard to open the Gateway and we are all grateful to have live theater in Somers Point. I thought this edition

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of Views from the Shore would be the perfect opportunity to introduce you to Keith and the great entertainment at the Gateway.

Twenty-six years ago, after performing around the world I relocated to Atlantic County to work as the Entertainment Specialist for Caesars Atlantic City. It was a conscious decision to transition from performer to Theatrical Management. Never did I imagine where this journey would lead me.

The Gateway Playhouse renovation and re-opening was a true labor of love, dedication, determination and has provided me with great friendships. The tremendous group of dedicated friends and board members past and present made this dream a reality. Yes, it took 9 years to complete, but we are now going strong.

The Gateway is now in its 3rd year of operation since re-opening in 2017. And I could not be prouder of our progress. We have a variety of live performances coming up in 2020. Our Season Subscription is currently available and includes Four

musicals including; In the Heights, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Nunsense and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. A savings of $40.00 if you purchase the season.

Musical events include Beatlemania Now! Linda Gentile and the Jersey Shore Pops, and Pete Spina’s City Rhythm Orchestra as well as concerts from the South Jersey Jazz Society.

If you’re looking for laughs you won’t want to miss Joe Conklin’s Comedy Show in July.

Gateway To The Arts, our summer education program is growing by leaps and bounds. For students from ages 5 – 18 we concentrate on the educational aspects of live theater.

2020 will feature 3 performances, 100 Years of Broadway, Oklahoma Jr.

and Ragtime. Registration for classes begins February 1st and class sizes are limited.

So, check out our website: gatewaybythebay.org for our schedule, or give our box office a call at 609-6530553. Above all, support local businesses. There is so much happening in Somers Point and South Jersey, including great restaurants, live music and theater. Thank you, Keith.

Brian Cahill is the Director of Marketing for Shore Medical Center/ Shore Physicians Group. He is also on the Board of the Somers Point Business Association, an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business at Stockton University, and is a founding member of Somers Point-Community First, a local volunteer organization.

Brian Cahill is the Director of Marketing for Shore Medical Center/Shore Physicians Group. He is also on the Board of the Somers Point Business Association, an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business at Stockton University, and is a founding member of Somers Point-Community First, a local volunteer organization.

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Wild Turkey at animal rescue shelter killed by state officials Funny Farm Fights Back for Glenny with petition to create new law

By Tonya Smith

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y now, everyone has heard about Glenny. He was a beautiful wild turkey that had lost his rafter (flock) in Haddon Heights. He did not attack but walked around town (and often in the middle of the Black Horse Pike) pecking at cars and shop windows.

Children from Glenview Elementary named him after their school. Sadly, his sweetness put him in danger. “It was only a matter of time,” said Laurie Zaleski of the Funny Farm Animal Rescue in Mays Landing, NJ. “He was going to businesses and cars and pecking because he was seeing his own reflection. He needed to be with other turkeys. He needed a group.”

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permission of the Southern Region of Fish and Wildlife, the city of Haddon Heights, and the people of Haddon Heights. She brought Glenny to the rescue, placed him in quarantine, and prepared to release him on Glenny Day (February 2, 2020). “I wanted to make sure that the people who loved him were able to come and see where he was and how he would live out the rest of his life.” That day would never happen.

The USDA and Fish and Wildlife came to the farm on January 29th, while Zaleski was at work, and took Glenny away. Several Haddon Heights residents had called to complain to Fish and Wildlife about the removal of the bird. When the agencies arrived, they had no warrant, they had no paperwork, and they were armed.

Soon after the agencies removed the bird, Ms. Zaleski was informed that he had been quickly euthanized. The bird was never tested, was in quarantine, and never harmed anyone. “It was four months and nobody was helping this turkey! I just wanted him to live

wards this “birdnapping.” Word has even reached local politicians. Assemblyman, John Burzichelli, found out about Glenny and is speaking out. Zaleski is now looking to create Glenny’s Law. It would not allow this kind of situation to ever happen again. ZaLaurie Zaleski, founder & owner of Funny Farm Rescue with leski pointed out, "Glenny" the turkey “Wild Turkeys mix with domestic anout his life in a safe environment.” She imals all the time. Canada geese and continued, “They never once said that ducks also come and go. Why did they they had a warrant or that they were single out this turkey? Do they have going to take him. They just showed the same issues?”

If you would like to sign a petition up, snatched him up, and killed him immediately.” to create Glenny’s Law, you can find Needless to say, citizens of Hadit on Change.org under Glenny’s Law. don Heights and supporters of the Shore Local attempted to reach Funny Farm are devastated. Sunday out to both Fish and Wildlife and USDA but was unable to obtain a came and visitors to the farm were very vocal about their feelings tocomment from either organization.

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Events & Happenings Photography Exhibit and Sale ▶Now ▶ – February 24th Atlantic County Historical Society 907 Shore Rd. Somers Point Four local artists, Lynn Wood, Kevin Little, Steve Jasiecki and Lori Jo Jamieson, will have their works on display at the Atlantic County Historical Society Museum. Regular museum hours are Wednesday – Saturday from 10am3:30pm. Free parking is located behind the museum.

February Opening Reception at Ocean City Fine Arts League ▶Friday, ▶ February 7th from 6-7:30pm 710 Asbury Ave. Join Ocean City Fine Arts League for their monthly opening reception and awards presentation for their “Black, White and One Other Color” juried exhibit. Light refreshments will be served.

Open Mic Night ▶Fridays ▶ from 7-10pm Enlightened Café 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor Open Mic, Open Stage to all musicians looking to spread good vibes through music and community. Jam with others, or go solo.

Joker’s Wild Competition Car Show ▶Friday, ▶ February 7th – Sunday, February 9th Showboat Atlantic City Tickets start at $20 The Deuce’s Wild Car Show is a show within a show, featuring more than 40 awesome vehicles from Custom Builds to Restored Classics presented in beautiful 20 x 20 displays. The show will run this Friday & Saturday from 9am-7pm and Sunday from

9am-5pm. For more information, visit gpkauctions.net or call 856-573-6969.

Atlantic City Auction & Car Show ▶Friday, ▶ February 7th – Sunday, February 9th Atlantic City Convention Center Tickets start at $20 The Atlantic City Auction & Car Show is the largest all-indoor Classic Car Show and Auction in the United States. The show will run this Friday & Saturday from 9am-7pm and Sunday from 9am-5pm. For more information, visit gpkauctions.net or call 856-573-6969.

Next Generation Exchange 3rd Anniversary Celebration ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th from 10am-4pm 331 Tilton Rd. Northfield Join Next Generation Exchange for their 3rd Anniversary Celebration and Vendor Extravaganza. It will be a day filled with over 20 local vendors promoting their services and products, along with a lot of fun surprises for the entire family and a storewide sale.

Watercolor Class with Stephanie Segal Miller ▶Sunday, ▶ February 9th from 3-5pm 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City Beginners and explorers of all ages welcome. $30 per class (plus $5 if you need materials); includes Free parking in the attached Wave Garage. Pre-register to reserve your spot at squareup.com/store/stephanie-segal-miller-art.

What You Need to Know about Heart and Vascular Health ▶Tuesday, ▶ February 11th at 10am Greate Bay Country Club 901 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd. Somers Point February is American Heart Month, and

Shore and Penn Cardiology are joining together to offer a free breakfast and education event: “What You Need to Know about Heart and Vascular Health.” The program will feature presentations from cardiovascular experts, each followed by a Q&A session.

Guests will enjoy a continental breakfast, coffee and tea, giveaways and an opportunity to have their heart health questions answered.

To RSVP, contact Jessica Giles at jgiles@ shorephysiciansgroup.com or call 609-6533986. This event is open to the public.

Second Friday at Noyes Arts Garage ▶Friday, ▶ February 14th from 6-8pm 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City Join Noyes Arts Garage for their free Second Friday Reception. Gather your friends and join us to make a beautiful polymer clay heart pin, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Also, come celebrate the opening of a new exhibit from Absegami High School, and check out their ongoing exhibitions, RAW 2020, Hak Vogrin and Tracing Community. Enjoy live music by Raymond Tyler, refreshments and snacks and guest artists.

Sea Isle City Polar Bear Plunge ▶Saturday, ▶ February 15th at 12pm 40th Street Beach Jump-start the season at the annual Sea Isle City Polar Bear Plunge. The plunge starts at 12pm with an end time of 12:15. Don’t miss the Post-Plunge Party at 12:30 back at LaCosta. The official plunge location, with medical assistance and ocean rescue personnel on site, is between 38th-40th Streets. To register to take the plunge, visit lacosta-seaisle. com or call 609-263-3611.

Sea Isle City Polar Bear 5K/1.5 Mile Fun Walk for Autism ▶Saturday, ▶ February 16th at 12pm JFK Blvd. & Promenade This event, sponsored by Mike’s Seafood, encourages runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to participate with their families, while supporting a worthwhile cause. Registration will take place at 9am at LaCosta. You can also pre-register by visiting polarbearrunwalkforautism.com or calling 609-602-5734. Following the Run/Walk for Autism, all skill levels are welcome to participate in the Annual Polar Bear Corn Hole Tournament. This event will take place under the tent at LaCosta and proceeds will benefit the Polar Bear Run/Walk for Autism. For more details, visit lacosta-seaisle.com.

Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township Meeting ▶Thursdays ▶ at 6:30pm Clancy’s by the Bay 101 E. Maryland Ave. Somers Point The Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township program for Thursday, February 20th, will be Robert Holden, Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township Historian and book author as he previews photos and stories from his new book, “Upper Township and its Ten Villages.

Concerts and Headliners

Dance Across America: Studio ’94 Tour ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 8pm Tropicana Showroom Tickets start at $30 Demitri Martin: Wandering Mind Tour ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 8pm Sound Waves at Hard Rock Tickets start at $29 38 Special ▶Friday, ▶ February 14th at 9pm Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort Tickets start at $45 Cheap Trick ▶Saturday, ▶ February 15th at 8pm Tropicana Showroom Tickets start at $55 Englebert Humperdinck ▶Saturday, ▶ February 15th at 8pm Superstar Theater at Resorts Tickets start at $55 Known for his infectious charisma, Englebert has wowed crowds of all ages and has sold more than 140 million records.

Fitz and the Tantrums ▶Saturday, ▶ February 15th at 8pm Sound Waves at Hard Rock Fitz and the Tantrums present their “All The Feels Winter Tour” at Hard Rock.

Community Events

Teen Dungeons and Dragons ▶Saturdays ▶ from 9:30am-5pm Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr. Open to teens and young adults. Run your own Dungeons & Dragons game with supplies and snacks provided by the library.

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↘Continued from 10 Saturday Morning Stories ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 10am Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Recommended for ages 1-4. Registration requested. Enjoy stories, songs and movements designated to encourage early literacy skills, simple crafts and other fun activities.

Valentine’s Craft ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 10:30am Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S Open to children ages 4-8. Registration requested. Make a valentine heart to give to someone you love.

Kids DIY Jr. ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 12pm Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E.

Jimmie Leeds Rd. Open to kids ages 5-8. Registration required. Boys and girls (and a caregiver) are invited to join Miss Shagufta for an easy do-ityourself project that kids can make and take home.

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.

LEGO Club ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th from 2-4pm Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suggested for ages 6 and older. Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something

and share with other engineers. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination and fun.

Black History Month Celebration Series: Jazz Concert ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th from 2-3:30pm Atlantic County Library EHT Open to all ages. Come see a concert featuring music highlighting African-American composers and performers. The Vintage Jazz Band are performing.

Tango at Your Library ▶Saturday, ▶ February 8th at 2:30pm Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Suggested for adults. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to learn how to tango. The event will feature the sounds of accordionist Nathan R. Fischer and step-by-step instruction from our talented tango teacher, Barry Jaffe. Feel free to dress for the tango, or to wear comfortable clothing.

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

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Family Movie Night ▶Tuesday, ▶ February 11th at 6:30pm Atlantic County Library EHT Open to all. Bring the kids out to have popcorn and enjoy family-friendly movies.

Furry Buddies ▶Tuesday, ▶ February 11th at 6:30pm Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration requested, but drop-ins are welcome. Read a story to Cody, Erin or Freedom, therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children.

Learn about the benefits of reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Anxiety and Depression Support Group ▶Thursdays ▶ at 10am AtlantiCare Behavioral Health 120 S. White Horse Pike, Hammonton This peer-led group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, selfcare, wellness/recovery as well as discussion of relationships and other related topics. For more information, call 609-652-3800.

Second Thursday Book Club ▶Thursday, ▶ February 13th from 10:30am-12pm Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Open to adults. Registration requested.

Our book club selections will keep you coming back the second Thursday of every month for more. You read the books, we provide the snacks.

Welcome Warriors ▶Thursdays ▶ at 6pm Stockton University Academic Spine Building, F-Wing Corridor 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway Welcome Warriors is 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.

Love at First Stitch Needlecraft Group ▶Thursdays ▶ at 6:30pm Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor City 134 Philadelphia Ave. Open to adults and teens. If you crochet, knit or do any other type of needlecraft, this is your club.

Classes in Art Workshops range in pottery, watercolor, oil & acrylics, pottery, pastels, jewelry making and mosaic. Classes are $20 each. Beginners welcome! Pre-registration is required. Call 609-823-7952 or visit ventnorarts.org for more information.

Bus Trips

Hudson Valley Historical Sites ▶Saturday, ▶ April 25th & Sunday, April 26th The Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township, in conjunction with Pary and Bruce Tell, will host a two-day bus trip to historical sites along the Hudson Valley. Enjoy a visit to the Revolutionary War Headquarters of General Henry Knox and Horatio Gates on the west side of the Hudson River, the New Windsor Cantonment, the Olana House, Clermont Mansion and more. For more information, please contact Pary Tell at parytell@gmail.com, call 609-886-8577 or visit uppertwphistory. org.

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Valentine’s Day Movies for Foodies Cooper), No Reservations or The Hundred-Food Journey. Whatever your Valentine’s Day plans hold, make sure it involves good food and a good movie. I hope you are surrounded by love on Valentine’s Day!

By Marci Lutsky

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hat is your idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day? Maybe it’s dinner at a fancy restaurant or perhaps it’s a delicious homemade dinner followed by a movie. For me, it’s definitely the latter. If you are staying in for Valentine’s Day this year, treat the one you love to a special dinner and complete the night with a romantic foodie movie. Here are some of my favorites that I could watch over and over again.

Waitress, starring Kerri Russell, is one of my all-time favorite movies.

The story goes that a woman who is stuck in an unhappy marriage finds herself pregnant while working at a diner making pies. She begins a relationship with the new town doctor while figuring out her life. What I love about this movie is how it shows food as way of giving your mind focus and creating happiness. I distinctly remember leaving the movie and going home to make a pie.

Next up on my list is the movie Chef starring Jon Favreau. In the movie Favreau is a highly acclaimed chef who receives a bad review from a restaurant critic. His reaction on social media leads to his leaving the restaurant and starting a highly successful food truck that he travels across country with. He eventually returns to Los Angeles where he makes amends with the food critic while getting his career and romantic life back in order. This movie left me wanting to buy a food truck immediately!

With a title like Eat, Pray, Love, it’s hard not to be hungry after watching this movie. In it, Julia Roberts escapes a collapsed marriage by traveling to Italy where she eats, India where she prays and Indonesia where she finds love again. If you have ever found comfort in food following heartbreak, you will relate to this movie adapted from the book by Elizabeth Gilbert. You will finish the movie craving a big bowl of pasta.

While it’s not exclusively about food, My Big Fat Greek Wedding is a sweet romantic comedy about a couple planning their wedding while navigating the cultural differences between their families. I have never been to a Greek wedding but have

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wanted to attend one ever since seeing this movie. For now I will have to settle on putting spanakopita on my dinner menu before starting this movie.

So what will I be watching on this Valentine’s Day? Probably I will opt for a movie I’ve never seen but have been wanting to such as Burnt (or really anything starring Bradley

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HGTV films Bargain Beachfront in Ocean City Commentary

By Nick Leonetti

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GTV’s Beachfront Bargain Hunt is a television series that proves to its viewers you don’t have to necessarily be in the top one-percent in order to live in a beautiful home on the beach. Since its first episode aired back in 2013, the show and its crew have been all over the country: Houston, Texas; Panama City Beach, Florida; New York City, New York; and Tillamook, Oregon, just to name a few. It was only a matter of time before this particular reality show made its way to “America’s Greatest Family Resort,” our very own Ocean City, New Jersey.

Stephen and Stephanie Scibal, a recently married Haddonfield couple, were in search of a home with a nautical view: one that offers sandy beaches, sunshine, and the calming ebb and flow of the Atlantic’s slow osmotic

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waves. Stephen, himself, a lifelong South Jersey resident, already knew that a home in Ocean City would be the Holy Grail of beachside living.

Stephanie, a realtor for Berkshire Hathaway, obviously had first-hand experience in how grueling a process it can be when buying a new home. If this wasn’t enough, she was pregnant when the process began, adding on to the headache of house-hunting.

In comes Beachfront Bargain Hunt.

The show chronicles a buyer’s experience in searching for the most perfect home in the most perfect location, and doesn’t require an exorbitant budget to make a dream come true.

It’s a short and sweet series that is light-hearted, to-the-point television: buyers tour a few homes up for sale (usually about three), learn about them, and simply decide whether they want to make an offer or not. The concept is a simple, however, effective one. It is no wonder Beachfront Bargain Hunt has so quickly become a hit with a national audience.

As coincidence may have it, this writer has known Steve and Stephanie personally for quite a while now, and the happy couple was more than happy to answer a few questions to further elucidate on their experience

with Beachfront Bargain Hunt.

When asked what initially got the ball rolling, “The casting agent contacted an Ocean City agent and asked if he knew anyone that would be good for the show. [The agent] was familiar with our house search and thought of us.” In other words, the preliminary process couldn’t have been any easier or straight forward.

The actual filming went off without a hitch, as well: “[It took] four days.

Each day was eight to ten hours of filming. We toured three houses in the North end of Ocean City. We also did activities that highlighted the boardwalk: Castaway Cove [mini golf], the beach, and volleyball courts.”

The biggest memory Stephen took away from the experience is that Stephanie was 38-weeks pregnant during the filming: “It will be really cool to be able to show our daughter, Savanna, this episode one day.” Indeed this is something that makes the whole situation even more serendipitous. Being with child is something special, and being able to have at least part of that experience captured forever on celluloid makes it even more significant.

Something else that sticks out to Stephen is how hands-off the producers were during filming. “The producers don’t get involved with the advice of the home search. Stephanie, acting as our realtor, found the homes that we wanted to view. From there, the opinions were all our own. The crew was a ton of fun to work with!” This approach is surprising and refreshing, to say the least. Countless stories about how certain reality television shows are scripted and finessed take the legitimacy and credibility away, leaving viewers cold and skeptical.

Beachfront Bargain Hunt really seems to be the real-deal, something rare to find in the field of reality television.

Speaking of television and reality shows, Stephen didn’t have any idea he would ever be starring in one.

“When the opportunity presented

itself, I thought it would be a fun experience,” and it really sounds like it was one. There are tons of horror stories out there about entertainment mediums and how the process can be grueling and heartless. It is refreshing to hear that they are not all that bad.

The most important question was saved for last: what is the best advice you can give a person with a budget looking for a beachfront property?

In other words, what was the biggest takeaway you received from this whole experience? Stephen’s answer was straight and to the point: “I would say make sure you have an experienced real-estate agent. Luckily, I am married to one! Stephanie works for Berkshire Hathaway Fox and Roach.

She handpicked properties that were in our price range and criteria. Stephanie was able to negotiate a good price for us which is how we got a bargain.”

If you haven’t had a chance to catch Beachfront Bargain Hunt on HGTV, there isn’t a better time to begin than with Stephen and Stephanie Scibal’s house search. It will be fascinating to see our little corner of South Jersey given the star-treatment. It will be interesting to get a glimpse of how two New Jersey natives, a young couple with a baby on the way, decide on where they are going to spend the best days of their lives. Finally, it will be just plain fun to vicariously live the experience with Stephen and Stephanie and the rest of the people on Beachfront Bargain Hunt. Happy hunting!

Watch Stephen and Stephanie’s episode of Beachfront Bargain Hunt on HGTV, February 1st.

Nick Leonetti is an adjunct professor at Stockton University.

He is married to the poet Maria Provenzano. E-mail any questions regarding his writing at NLeonetti85@msn.com.

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Arthur Brown Scholarship Foundation Celebrates 28 Years

By Stefen Klenk

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nside of Dock’s Oyster House, hundreds gathered for the 28th Annual Big Game Pre-Party this past Super Bowl Sunday. Proceeds benefitted the Arthur Brown Memorial Scholarship Foundation.

Launched in 1992, the foundation is named in honor of former Atlantic City Police Chief Arthur Brown Jr. The foundation has expanded to honor the life of William J. Fox, former Atlantic City lifeguard and police officer who passed away in 1994, and Thomas McMeekin, an officer who died in the line of duty. The Arthur Brown Memorial Scholarship Foundation provides tuition and financial assistance to local individuals and organizations.

Over the past 28 years, the organization has raised over $300,000 in scholarships and donations. A portion

of the proceeds from the foundation have been donated to several local charities, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlantic & Cape May Counties, Vietnam Vets of America, the Atlantic County Vest-A-Cop program and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, just to name a few.

Senator Chris Brown launched the foundation and describes the importance of Sunday’s fundraising event in South Jersey. “When you see all of these families who want to come out and support a nice cause, you really feel blessed,” Brown says. “It’s a reminder of how great our community is.” Many local dignitaries, families

and friends were in attendance for Sunday’s event.

To learn more about the Arthur Brown Scholarship Foundation and its impact on the local community, please visit www.chiefarthurbrown. com.

Steffen Klenk is a multimedia journalist. He resides in Ocean City and enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life.

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Young Lions Series reminds us all that Jazz is alive and well in South Jersey

By Tonya Smith

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t is often said that old traditions are dying with today’s youth. Sometimes it is difficult to breathe new life into what is considered to be an aged musical genre. However, the first offering of the South Jersey Jazz Society’s Young Lions of Jazz Series just blew that theory out of the water. On January 26th, a brisk winter breeze ushered jazz fans into Gregory’s Bar & Restaurant for the inaugural interview/performance of the P.J. Keiter Sextet.

The Keiter group is the fruitful collaboration of local Mainland Regional High School musicians and several collegiate musicians that are known for their highly popular funk/soul/ blues outfit known as Plaid Salmon.

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at Josie Kelly’s, it was astounding to see the same players in suits as they beautifully and skillfully drifted their way through a set of standards that would rival some of their own professional contemporaries.

The P.J. Keiter Sextet was led by its namesake on trumpet, and was joined by Will Keiter on saxophone, Ricky Roehm on trombone, Dom Levy on bass, Billy Thoden on guitar, and Nick Cesario on drums. All players were between the ages of 16 to 23. And while their core audience would know them for heavy blues riffs or the intricacies of a Steely Dan cover, this smaller group served classic jazz instrumentals like, “Blues For Alice” by Charlie Parker and a funky tribute to the late Roy Hargrove with “Strasbourg”.

These young players even tackled “Impressions” by John Coltrane and a heartstring pulling rendition of the Erroll Garner classic “Misty” that had the entire room holding its breath.

In the vein of Christian McBride, the sextet did play a soulful rendition of the Temptations hit, “Papa Was A Rolling Stone.” Thoden, Leavy, and

Cesario shined as soloists. However, throughout the entire set, the horns were the prominent featured soloists, and they did not disappoint. The group closed with Horace Silver’s “Nutville.” It was flawless.

The crowd leaped to their feet and gave these young musicians a thunderous ovation.

This event was not just about the music. The beauty of this series is the ongoing interviews in between the songs. According to Jim Tuohy, who is a board member of the South Jersey Jazz Society and emcee for the program, the interview portion of the show came from attending the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

“The whole idea took off last year with our Legacy Series.

We asked our older performers to tell us about the songs/ inspiration/personal story.”

He went on to explain that some audience members love to hear about what inspires the musicians. “People want to know what makes them tick. They are interested in more than just the music.”

Along with this showcase of young talent, the SJJS offers an annual scholarship to local high school and college students who are studying jazz. In fact, P.J. Keiter and Ricky Roehm were both recipients of the scholarship, which provided them the ability to study with working jazz musicians. The SJJS is always looking for a way to help local musicians, but this scholarship is actually advancing

the future of the genre. If you are a local jazz musician between the ages of 14-25, please reach out and apply for the scholarship at info@ southjerseyjazz.org.

The Young Lions Series continues with Jasyn Brazoban (trombonist) and his combo, featuring Morgan Walbridge on vibraphone. Both are students attending the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and they are quickly heading into the professional world of jazz. Don’t miss their performance at Gregory’s Bar & Restaurant in Somers Point on February 16, 2020, at 1 pm. The show is free to the public! A lunch and drink menu will be available during the show. See you there!

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Marc Anthony, Latin Grammy Award Winner Plays AC

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arc Anthony filled the Etess Arena in Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City Saturday

evening January 25, 2020. Marc Anthony had the audience on their feet applauding and cheering from the moment he walked on stage. The dancing and fun continued the entire concert. In addition, he presented an autographed guitar to Joe Lupo, President of Hard Rock Atlantic City for the Hard Rock Guitar Collection.

Marco Antonio Muñiz, known professionally as Marc Anthony, is a Puerto Rican American singer, actor, fashion designer, producer and

philanthropist. Anthony is also the top selling tropical salsa artist of all time.

The two-time Grammy Award and six-time Latin Grammy Award winner has sold more than 12 million albums worldwide. He is best known for his Latin salsa numbers and ballads.

Anthony has won numerous awards and his achievements have been honored through various recognitions.

He was the recipient of the 2009 Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Lifetime Achievement

Award. He also received the "2009 CHCI Chair's Lifetime Achievement Award" in 2009. Anthony holds the Guinness World Record for best-selling tropical/salsa artist and the most number-one albums on the Billboard Tropical Albums year-end charts.

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20 Years of Turning Tragedy into Hope

By Cindy Christy Fertsch

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amie Crescenzo lost her life tragically in a car accident nearly 20 years ago, on February 18th , 2000.

Jamie was only 20 years old at the time, an Egg Harbor Township High School graduate and a full time student at Atlantic Cape Community College. She was on her way to work that morning when extreme weather conditions hit, causing Jamie to lose control of her vehicle.

Jamie’s parents, Jim and Margaret Crescenzo quickly establish the Remembering Jamie Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, as a way to honor Jamie’s life.

“It is a reflection of everything that was important to Jamie,” says Jim Crescenzo, “family, friends, community and education.”

The Remembering Jamie Foundation gives multiple scholarships each year to Egg Harbor Township High School graduates, Atlantic Cape Community College and Stockton students. It also gives out grants to various community organizations including the Egg Harbor Township Police Athletic League, Covenant House and Atlantic County Adopt a Road.

Through the years, her parents, Jim and Margaret Crescenzo have been able to see the recipients of the Remembering Jamie Foundation scholarships grow and achieve their dreams. Many keep in touch and appreciate the investment in them that the Remembering Jamie Foundation provided.

“More than the money, it is the vote of confidence that I think matters the most to the students,” says Jim Crescenzo “It’s like someone saying ‘Hey, I believe in you.”

The Remembering Jamie Foundation holds two fundraising events per year. The first is an Italian Dinner, always the Saturday after President’s Day at the Elks Lodge in Egg Harbor Township. This year marks the 20th year of the event and is lSaturday, February 22rd, 4-8PM. Tickets are available in advance and at the door.

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Jamie was very loved by her family and her community. It is not unusual for 500 people to attend and throughout the years several professional football players have been among the guests. Special guests this year will be Miss New Jersey and magician Chaz Barber.

The second annual fundraiser is a golf tournament held in Mays Landing in September of each year.

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Jamie Crescenzo, in only 20 years touched a lot of lives. “She would do anything for anyone,” says Jim Crescenzo, as he described a time when Jamie purchased gifts for a coworker’s children because they were struggling financially. Jamie was

a member of her High School Key Club and the manager of the Girls Basketball team. She worked hard to pay her tuition and understood the value of both education and community.

If you would like more information go to RememberingJamie. weebly.com or Facebook.com/RememberingJamieFoundation

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ver been intrigued as to who makes the best Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand or Chile? Or been dying to make it over to France as you have heard about how the Pinot Noir in Burgundy produces a much more oaky taste than that of Tasmania, Australia? Perhaps you have no idea what I am talking about, but you just LOVE wine! The perfect festival for wine enthusiasts is set to take place on Saturday, February 22 in the Grand Exhibition Center at Tropicana Casino, Atlantic City. Sample over 100 different types of wine from some of the best winemakers in the world.

This event is ideal if you have a party or function coming up and are on the market for wines to impress your guests, or even for just your own personal collection and you are searching for something new to sip on a Friday night by the fire.

Most wines will be available either by the bottle or case, so you better make sure you have done your research by sampling as many as you can, it only makes sense, right? If you are the designated driver no worries, there is also a range of food vendors selling some amazing dishes plus

live entertainment from Cheezy and the Crackers. So, while your friends may be sampling the wine, you can hit those amazing food vendors and listen to some great tunes from a band who describe themselves as ‘a couple of gnarly dudes, getting funky. Everywhere, and all the time’. Their music is a blend of rock, reggae and hip hop and they are definitely worth a listen.

We all know Valentine’s day can be crazy to organize. High expectations to do something romantic, most restaurants are booked up and many have limited menus. This year why not try something a bit different than the usual. Celebrate Valentine’s Day a few days later and for a fraction of the price of a three-course meal?

Make memories for Valentine’s Day this year and learn how to really appreciate a good bottle of wine while attending a wine seminar. Find that signature bottle that really expresses who you are as a couple and load up on it. Maybe tasting a beautiful Italian Chianti will inspire a trip to Tuscany next year to visit the world-famous Barone Ricasoli winery and even take the wine tasting knowledge you have gained from this festival?

This will be the second year that this event will take place with last year’s festival being a huge success with attendees. Ashley went last year and has this to say: “Last year’s event was awesome, there were so many different wines to sample, some I had never even heard of before! They taught you how to taste it like a real sommelier which was really cool. I ended up buying a few different bot-

tles for a party I was throwing and so many people complimented me on the wine!”

The festival runs from 2pm – 6pm giving you plenty of time to decide if you want that Argentinian Malbec by the bottle or the case (I recommend the case). Also included in the ticket is a free wine glass, admission to the educational wine seminar and a plate of fruit and cheese.

Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 on the day and are available for purchase at the Tropicana Box Office and at ticketmaster.com. If you were unlucky enough to draw the short straw and are the designated driver then you will get your ticket for just $10, so hey, you might not be able to drink but at least you will get to enjoy all the other amazing entertainment and stalls at a great price! Plus, you will be able to catch up when you make it home and enjoy the wine your friends have just bought, not mention the food vendors and live music. This

event is strictly for guests aged 21 and over so ensure you have valid ID ready to show.

So, make memories for Valentine’s Day this year and celebrate it just a few days later at the Wines from Around the World Festival. Or just grab your girlfriends for a Galantine’s Day special, enjoying the vast range of wines available. There is nothing like a glass of wine and a gossip with your gal pals. There is no better event to experience some of the best globally made wines and all from the comfort of your hometown.

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Extra Points with Pete

By Pete Thompson

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ill it be six more weeks of winter or an early spring? What were you rooting for on Groundhog Day the other day? Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, so, as legend has it, there will be an early spring. I’m okay with that as I don’t really care for snow and cold temperatures, but it’s been a mild winter anyway, right?

Speaking of Groundhog Day, my favorite Super Bowl ad was for JEEP and featured Bill Murray starring with a furry groundhog in a remake of the 1993 movie he starred in. I just loved seeing Phil Connors again and watching him try to avoid Ned Ryerson. What was your favorite ad?

Since I last wrote, the Kansas City Chiefs became NFL World Champions, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie was in attendance rooting for Andy Reid to win. An NFL assistant coach with local ties wins a significant NFL award. The Flyers won a key game prior to the AllStar break and look to be in a fight for a playoff spot the rest of the way. The

Sixers have Joel Embiid back, but the wins aren’t coming as much as their fans would like. The Phillies are packing the trucks for Clearwater and Spring Training. On a national sports scene level, the tragic death of Kobe Bryant (and his daughter along with 6 others) shocked me and most. On a local level, the annual “Battle By The Bay” doesn’t disappoint and you’re going to want to get out to Mainland Regional H.S. this weekend if you want to see some great girls basketball action!

From the entertainment world, I didn’t see any movies in the theater since I last wrote, but there was one that I caught on cable that held my interest. Plus, there are new February TV offerings that are intriguing. As always though, we begin with sports, and my thoughts: ●● We will begin with the Super Bowl as I was telling everyone prior to the game that my heart was rooting for Andy Reid, but I felt like the 49ers were going to win. That prediction held true for about three-plus quarters of the game. Then Patrick Mahomes did Pat Mahomes things, and let’s just say I’m fully on board with this guy now. You just never know how someone will play in the biggest game of his life, and Mahomes at just

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age 24, became the youngest QB to win a Super Bowl MVP award. Man, you have to think the Chicago Bears are kicking themselves right now right? They took Mitchell Trubisky and the Chiefs landed a Super Bowl MVP! Let’s go back to that NFL draft. It was held close by in Philadelphia, and the Bears moved up to the #2 spot to take Trubisky. Meanwhile, moved up too, to take Mahomes, who wasn’t a sure thing by any stretch. With a father who was a MLB pitcher, Mahomes has inherited his arm and seems to be able to throw the ball from any spot, at any angle, and get it done. Plus, he’s so gosh darn nice off the field, it’s hard not to think of him as the face of the NFL now.

24-years-old, and he’s changing the way the QB position should be played…

Put me in the category of those who are happy for Andy Reid. Happy for Rick Burkholder, happy for long suffering Chiefs fans. A historic franchise finally gets to hoist the Lombardi trophy again. (Plus, it was a good game!)

Oh, and I’m happy for Mainland alum Michael Bradway, as he is the Assistant Director of Player Personnel for the Chiefs. Bradway worked for the Eagles prior to joining KC, and he has football in his blood. His father Terry once worked for the Philadelphia Stars of the U.S.F.L. Terry Bradway was later the GM of the New York Jets. He’s currently with the Dolphins organization. His brother Tommy is working for the Raiders organization.

A great football family, and kudos to Mike Bradway for getting a Super Bowl ring in KC.

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I’ll stick with that LOCAL theme for my final NFL item, as at the Super Bowl, the NFL Postseason Awards were announced and Baltimore’s Greg Roman was named the NFL Assistant Coach of the Year. His boss John Harbaugh wins Coach of the Year honors, but it’s important to note in these pages that Greg Roman is a Ventnor native and 1991 Holy Spirit grad. In fact, he once came back to work as the Offensive Coordinator for the Spartans in 2008. Roman has never forgotten his Atlantic County roots and I sure hope the 47-year-old gets a chance to be an NFL head coach at some point. He’s a proven “QB-whisperer” who got the 49ers to the Super Bowl in 2012. Now, he’s helped Lamar Jackson become a regular-season MVP. C’mon NFL owners out there, what are you waiting for? Give this guy a chance to run his own team!

As of this writing, the Flyers are right on the verge of a playoff spot with 29 games left to play in the regular season. That’s the good news. The bad news is they play in the Metropolitan Division, which is the NHL’s toughest division. It also means they have to beat the bad teams they will face along the way, and they did that with a 3-0 shutout win in Detroit the other night. The Flyers have been good at home this season and poor on the road. However, that may be changing after a road win over the defending Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues, forcing overtime in Pittsburgh, and now winning in Detroit. Do I think they’ll win the Stanley Cup? Heck no, but I hope they get in and are a tough matchup for a higher seed in the first round.

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Also with the Flyers, Philadelphia Police have announced that Gritty is NOT a criminal. Police cleared the Flyers mascot of charges of punching a 13-year-old fan. This one seemed weak from the start, and I’m glad there is a happy ending.

No happy endings for the Sixers lately though as they get Joel Embiid back, but the chemistry is still a work in progress. They are a league-best 22-2 at home, but just 9-18 on the road. Road losses in Boston and now a blowout loss in Miami have folks scratching their heads about how this team could be a six-seed and not looking like a threat to win the Eastern Conference. Ex-Sixer Jimmy Butler lit up his old team with 38 points in a 137-106 Heat victory. After the game, Ben Simmons called the Sixers “soft”.

With the trade deadline approaching, will GM Elton Brand make a big move to improve his team?

The Phillies have made their offseason moves already. In fact, they’re packing the trucks at Citizens Bank Park and taking all the equipment down to Clearwater, Florida for Spring Training. Pitchers & catchers report on 2-11, and I’m stoked to see how they look with Joe Girardi in charge. The former Yankees manager helped BEAT the Phillies in the World Series in 2009, and now he wants to bring a championship

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to Philadelphia. I like the Fightin’s chances to be better in 2020. Of course, I liked their chances last year with Bryce Harper coming on board!

Kobe Bryant…where do I begin? It was so shocking and sad to learn of his passing and the fact that his 13-year-old daughter Gigi was with him too. Then the news broke that there were seven other people who perished in that helicopter crash too, and you have to remember them as well. My take away from this is that Kobe was always evolving and had finally rounded into a happy father of girls. And that’s what I’m most sad about. All lives are valuable, but for Gigi, Alyssa Altobelli and Payton Chester all to die so young, that’s hard to fathom. Moments like this when a sports hero dies young remind us to hug our loved ones. R.I.P. Mamba.

In high school sports, some of the best girls basketball players will be featured at the 7th annual “War at the Shore” at Mainland Regional High School this Saturday February the 8th. Tickets are just $6 each as the games run in two gyms from 10 a.m. through 5 p.m.

On the boys side of things, I wrote about Atlantic City Boys coach Gene Allen in my last column, and his Vikings got some sweet revenge on Super Bowl Sunday as they beat rival

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Pleasantville in the annual “Battle By the Bay” 91-68. Atlantic City leads the rivalry with Pleasantville 18-7, but lost last year, so there was a sense of urgency when the two met at ACHS on Super Bowl Sunday. Remember, there’s nothing better than paying a few bucks to get out and see a great local high school hoops rivalry!

I’ll close with a few items from the entertainment world as I didn’t see any movies in the theater, but watched the Liam Neeson feature “The Commuter” on cable the other night. After the success of “Taken” in 2008, it’s almost funny that Neeson keeps doing that kind of role over and over again, but “The Commuter” was worth the watch if you like drama and suspense.

On TV, I’ll be recording the debut of “Tommy” on CBS starring Edie Falco. Known to most as Carmela Soprano from the HBO hit “The Sopranos." I’ve come to realize that Falco doesn’t pick bad projects to work on. I loved her in “Nurse Jackie” on Showtime and will take a chance on this drama on CBS as well. She plays the first female Police Chief for the LAPD and I’ll give it a look.

Which leads me to write about “Blue Bloods” on CBS, a show that’s now in its 10th season. My girlfriend Susan and I watch that one and it never disappoints. Airing on Friday nights at

10pm, we enjoy following the ups and downs of the Reagan family and the supporting characters as well. One thing I think I love the most is each episode has a “family dinner” scene.

I love the concept of a family getting together to sit around a table & talk, without anyone on their phone or device. I think ALL families should do that in these divisive times!

As always, 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 hope you’ll tune in & 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.

You can hear Pete each Tuesday on 97.3 ESPN at 5:30p, and if you see him out & about in the community, he requests that you please say "Hi". Send comments to PBrooksT@aol.com

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pproximately a month ago, most of us were hot on the motivation trail of diet and exercise. New Years resolutions and new beginnings were in the forefront of everyone’s brains.

February is where the decline can start for most, so it’s the perfect time to re-evaluate and ask yourself, “How’s my diet and exercise?” or "Am I any closer to reaching my fitness goals?”

It’s a proven fact that those who keep a food diary and track their intake lose twice as much weight as those who do not record their daily food intake. Accountability is huge!

Writing it down keeps you accountable. You can do it the old- fashioned way with paper and pencil or use one of those great apps that are so readily available to us on our smartphones.

Recording our exercise can be just as effective! Set a goal and write it down. For example, a 5k is something you’ve aspired to but it just hasn’t

happened yet because you weren’t quite sure how to tackle it! Break it down and write it down. Set realistic goals that include clear milestones and mark them off as you achieve them. I can’t stress enough the importance of defining your goal,writing it down, and revisiting it daily. As progress occurs toward achievement of that goal, you’ll most likely find a ripple effect occurring where everything falls into place.

If the goal is a 5k, I would recommend writing “5K” very large and in bold. There’s nothing more motivating than that first 5K looming in bold letters. Find an upcoming race and preregister for it. If you’ve already paid and that in itself, can keep you motivated. Schedule a regular workout time each and every day. Stay consistent but be flexible with yourself because situations do arise. Think variety and train both indoors and outdoors (weather permitting). Start with small increments and work up

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By nature, we need change and variety to stay motivated. We need to have fun even during our workouts. It should not be a tedious chore that we loathe. If you look forward to something and the camaraderie of a group fitness class, you’ll be more

likely to stick with it. I like to keep the classes that I teach, fun and fresh.

There is no greater compliment than someone saying, “that was so much fun and/or your music is so great and kept me going!” If you can combine a challenging workout with a fun workout, then you’ve got the best of both worlds.

Last, but definitely not least, change your perspective towards exercise. This is a biggie because so many just dread it. Shift your thinking from couch potato mentality to thinking like an athlete. Don’t be a spectator, be a participant. Set a goal, write it down, grab a buddy, mark your calendar and just have fun! A lifetime of better health is waiting for you.

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Carbohydrates 101

By Nancy Adler

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oday’s fad diets fail to explain why carbohydrates are a vital part of nutritional balance and long term weight loss goals.

Carbohydrates are all about energy and are found in foods like fruits, vegetables, breads, pasta, and dairy products. Let’s discuss Real Nutrition .

Your body uses these foods , carbohydrates, to make glucose, which is your body's main energy source. Glucose is a type of sugar that can be used right away for energy or stored away to be used later.

Carbohydrates provide the body with the energy it needs and are a good source of many vitamins and minerals. However, not all carbohydrates are created equal.

From a nutritional standpoint, the best carbohydrates are those that contain a lot of fiber, like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. These types of carbohydrates take longer to break down into glucose and give you the most nutrients along with your calories. Refined carbohydrates are sometimes referred to as “bad carbs." These are carbohydrates that have been processed to remove parts of the grain and have had sugar added. Common examples of refined or processed carbohydrates are white bread, cakes, and cookies.

As we’ve all seen in the past decade, one of the best weight-loss guidelines is to eliminate sources of simple sugars such as soda, sweets, candies, cakes, cookies, and similar snack foods. I suggest that you choose foods with few or no grams of

sugar. Foods high in fiber are best because they provide optimal nutrition while giving a sense of fullness.

If you choose a low-carbohydrate diet for weight loss and take in fewer calories, you will lose weight . Generally these diets involve eating less bread and pasta and more vegetables, fruits, and meat. Although low-carbohydrate diets work well early on, after six months they do not work any better than any other diets for weight loss. If you stop eating carbohydrates, you rapidly lose water weight as your body breaks down the stored carbohydrates. The problem is that a low-carbohydrate diet is not a normal balance of nutrition. As soon as you start eating carbohydrates again, your body replenishes your carbohydrate stores and your weight comes back.

U.S. guidelines suggest that between 45 and 65 percent of your calories come from carbohydrates. At the USDA website, you can enter your age, sex, height, weight, and activity level to find out exactly how many calories in your diet should be from carbohydrates. You will also find the “Easy Fiber Estimator,” which will tell you how many grams of fiber ought to be in every 1,000 calories you eat. For example, if you are on a diet of 2,000 calories, you will want to get 28 grams of dietary fiber. In my Linwood practice I offer Metabolic Testing as it offers the information of how your metabolism is burning at rest, in calories through oxygen input and output. And how many calories your body needs to lose weight. This is your blueprint of your body metabolism.

Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, which can add variety, color, and flavor to meals. Whole grains such as whole wheat, corn tortillas, and brown rice are great sources of healthy carbohydrates. All

carbohydrates are not the enemy. Once this is understood and practiced , the long term secret of weight loss success has finally been achieved. Check the nutritional label for carbohydrate information, including total carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and sugars.

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By Tammy Thornton family, the work starts of Southern Italy in the 1960’s and e all have those fabrought their “Old Country” way of with the 65-year-old meat vorite recipes that cooking with them. Many of the famgrinder that Giancarlo’s have been passed ily’s recipes have been passed down dad used when he owned down to us. They are to Giancarlo, who keeps the tradition a deli. Once they grind the almost sacred—family treasures that going by teaching his three sons. pork twice and season it, are about so much more than just Cooking is truly a family affair for the the sausage is stuffed into food. As we make them, we picture Generosis. Giancarlo met his wife casings that are then our grandparents, aunts, and uncles Meghann, a talented pastry tied off into links Making sausage is a family affair for Giancarlo Generosi, going before us. If we are fortunate, chef, in culinary school. and hung to his son Alex, and nephews Luca and Anthony. we find the recipes written in their She keeps their family dry. Grandown handwriting. However, most of and friends supplied pa Generosi (Tato) and the old wiring caused a fuse to makes sure his these family dishes are not handed with her beautiful blow. Being very innovative people, grandsons pardown on paper, but are learned by and delicious baked my family proceeded to weigh themdoing. We start by helping grandma creations. ticipate, and it’s a selves on the bathroom scale. Once rite of passage to knead the bread or being trusted Recently, three they knew their own weight, relatives generations of to add spices to the sauce. As time become old enough handed them hunks of enough meat goes on, we see ourselves stirring Generosis gathered to take on new to make batches of 20 pounds, so tasks, such as being the pot in their place, and as aromas at Giancarlo’s father’s they would get their ratio of seasonings just right. Needless to say, much fill the kitchen, memories of family and mother’s house allowed to use the large laughter ensued and though it was a get-togethers flood our thoughts. for their annual sauknives to prepare the Certain foods carry part of our hersage-making day. GiPasquale Generosi started meat. Giancarlo has long day of hard work, my aunt and itage or ethnicity with them, making ancarlo and his three showing his grandson Alex how to assumed the role of uncle made new fun memories for each bite a little more precious and sons were joined by make sausage at an early age. purchasing the meats the family to treasure.

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It is no wonder why William Hill, one of the world’s leading betting and gaming companies, is now operating in New Jersey. The positive impact the medium has already made on the state’s economy is incontrovertible. Joe Asher, CEO of William Hill US, stated: “You look at the number of jobs that have been created, the economic spending in New Jersey, the tax revenue (not just from us but from our competitors as well). It’s taken an industry that was… illegal… and giving them a legal alternative, brought new people to the legal market.” The outcome is a lucrative one, not only for William Hill

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ince 2012, New Jersey lawmakers have considered turning sports betting into a popular and lucrative part of the state’s popular gambling culture.

During his tenure as governor, Chris Christie signed a legal proposal in order to allow sports betting in the state’s 12 casinos and four racetracks.

This was put on hold due to obstruction of four major sports tournaments in North America, however.

New Jersey didn’t give up, though, and as of June of last year, Governor Phil Murphy signed a new law regarding sports betting, and New Jersey finally got the green light.

Gambling can now be enjoyed on both college and professional sports; however, the law prohibits anyone from accepting bets for

and the state’s economy, but for the job market too.

Mr. Asher seemed like a laid back guy during our conversation, but a person must have to be with so much responsibility on his shoulders.

When asked what some of the challenges of being based in Las Vegas are, Asher replied, “The growth has been really fast, so it puts a strain on resources. But it also has created a lot of opportunities. Folks who work for us in Nevada have gotten a chance to advance, sometimes mov-

ing somewhere else [which can be] good for them and their families; for others, it’s a chance at moving up quickly [in the system].” In other words, he sees the benefits this expansion carries and how it reflects positively on the company. In the end, it’s a win-win.

Like virtually every other medium out there, sports betting has not been passed over by technology. With the rate and speed at which technology moves, even a giant company like William Hill has to stay on its toes constantly. “Technology has changed pretty much every aspect of our society,” Asher said. “At one point in time, they used to write the bets down by hand on tripartite copy paper and then 25-30 years ago, they came up with a computerized bookmaking system that allowed the writer (as they call them) to type the events into a machine and issue a

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Even with sports betting being legalized, there will always be a few bad apples hanging around. “Nobody’s under the illusion that the day we opened for business, the illegal bookies decided it was time to go back to school to become accountants,” Asher said with a laugh. “There’s been more focus on the sports and the sports betting now, but I don’t think for a minute that the illegal bookies have gone away.” Like anything, this is a complicated issue. “People have decades’ long relationships with their bookies. That’s not going to go away all of the sudden.” At any rate, it seems that the legal way is the right way. Why risk it all when there are companies out there like William Hill that are dependable and legitimate?

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When considering everything, this is no small feat. Asher said, “There are real strains… we’re investing a substantial amount of money… making sure we understand the regulations in different jurisdictions, making sure we have the right people.” He

goes on to say, “Those are some of the challenges, but we have a great team of people with a lot of expertise and experience.”

At this point, it is still illegal in a number of states. Maine, for example, has so refused to jump on the bandwagon, which seems like a mistake. The fourteen states that are now offering sports betting as a legitimate pastime, especially New Jersey, are showing great promise in regard to their tax revenues being garnered. Some states haven’t been making quite as much, but the potential is there. It is surely only a matter of time before Florida, New York, and California make the leap.

If our state is any indicator, a financially positive impact for everyone is due to sports betting. The jobs in the service industry are seeing a splendid boost, and the positive bump in state’s tax revenue is more than apparent. It seems we are heading in the right direction. There will always be constant obstacles set by technology; however, companies like William Hill seem to be in good hands with guys like Joe Asher at the helm.

And, if anything, it is good to change things up every once in a while and try something new. We have seen as a society in the past that when we get comfortable and stagnant, things start to get worn down and frayed.

Sports betting is by no means a new phenomenon, but it has the ability to inject fresh blood in a rather dated industry. And with the ever-flowing river of technology at our fingertips, the potential for new and exciting endeavors is endless!

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It started out innocently enough many years ago when I opened an email account with an easy to remember Username and Password.

Then, I opened an additional account dedicated to my photography with another easy Username and Password. I was required to have a separate email account for my day job with, of course another Username and Password. The computer “remembered” them, so I was off the hook. As time went on, I needed more Usernames and Passwords for financial institutions, credit cards, Skype, Apple, etc. The list grew and grew. Some places required that I change passwords after periods of time, so I tried different permutations of my password in an effort to make it more memorable. The computer would ask if I

would like it to remember the password but I was told that was ill advised for security reasons. Frequent failed logins meant I had to choose Forgot Password and make up an even more cryptic collection of upper and lower case letters, numbers and sometimes a symbol while all the time telling myself that I’ll remember it. In preparation for our recent cross country trip, I chose “paperless delivery” for all of our regular monthly bills, i.e. utilities, credit cards, etc. but had to come up with Usernames and Passwords for those as well. Finally, against my instincts I wrote them all down in a little notebook and felt like I have taken a definitive step in organizing and taking some control of a small corner of my life. I didn’t realize just how many I had until I counted them for this column; 44 Usernames and Passwords. Is that too many? My wife and I visited our local mobile phone store to upgrade our phones and was asked for my PIN. I didn’t even remember setting up a PIN and told the salesperson so. He told me that wasn’t a problem, just tell him my Username and Password. I didn’t think of bringing my notepad with me, so I had to sheepishly tell him I don’t remember them. He took an almost imperceptible big breath and said, “No problem. I’ll just set you up with new ones.” Oh, great. It got me

to thinking of how comparatively simple my parents had it. All their bills arrived in the mail and the payments went out with the mail. If they wanted to know their bank balances, they went to a branch office. For their investments, they waited for their financial statements to arrive in the mail. When they had to call a company for any reason, they didn’t have to navigate through a myriad of menus and frankly, I don’t think my father would have the patience to put up with that. I remember even when sitting down to dinner with them, if the landline would ring my father would be incensed as to who had the nerve to call during the dinner hour.

I can imagine his response to the robo calls we get now at all hours. It makes me wonder if our children are going to look back at our lives and think about how much simpler we had it. I hope not.

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Chief’s Tight End Travis Kelce put it this way. ”We have an ability as a team, not just an offense, as a team, to figure out what the other team is doing, put our foot in the ground and say enough is enough, And when you got a band of brothers that come together for one goal and are determined and go out there with a sense of urgency to get things done, it's special and that's what we keep doing.”

When he was asked after the game what the key was to Mahome and the teams comeback, Coach Reid said this. ''He kept firing, that's what he did, And the guys around him just believed in him. ... Nobody lost their poise. They just kept rolling.’'

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Nothing embodies that philosophy better than Kansas City’s Super Bowl victory over the 49ers this past weekend.

Down by double digits heading into the fourth quarter, too many of us would have thrown in the towel and given up. But not the Chiefs, led by coach Andy Reid and Quarterback Patrick Mahomes. You want to know what real leadership looks like?

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For you, it’s not the Super Bowl and the stakes may not be as high. But then again, maybe what you’re going through is your “Super Bowl”. It could be a discouraging relationship, trouble on the job and your career, financial difficulties or any other of a thousand circumstances that have you down. The point is you may think of your situation as your fourth quarter with the clock ticking away. But that doesn’t mean you give up.

I picked up several lessons from last nights game. ●● There are always going to be highs and lows, times when you feel like you’ve got a rhythm and on a roll and times when you doubt.

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Local Talent: Originaire

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The trio, Originaire, was formed.

Their connection is so strong it is nearly tangible, both on and off the stage. Talking with them was very much like chatting with a family. There were a lot of laughs, joking and one could easily finish the others sentence or complement their point with a related story or example. “We are like a family,” they say, almost in unison.

Originaire’s music focuses on a raw stripped down acoustic guitar, violin and vocal harmonies with a variety of genres including Bluegrass, Indie, Folk and Americana. “It invokes emotion and will make you feel something for sure,” says CiBon. Ken adds that sometimes the deep personal meaning of the lyrics makes him feel vulnerable. All three were performing musicians prior to forming their trio and feel very comfortable on the stage. CiBon reflects “If there is one thing I never doubt in this world, the formation of their trio is it, and that is priceless.”

Originaire’s first single, “Irish Goodbye,” was released in July 2018 and in May 2019 they released the single “Seven Sixteen.” Originaire is now getting ready for the release of their new EP, titled "Off The Ship," on February 21st . The four track EP has relatable lyrics about hardships and overcoming addiction, something so many people are struggling with today.

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Real Estate Update--Atlantic County

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verall, homes are moving much faster now. This February 2020, you will see many homes listed in the first time home buyers range of $250,000 or lower are selling very quickly. Homes, priced right in that range, are now often seeing multiple offers in the first 10 days or less on the market. If you're a buyer in this price range, you need to see homes as quickly as possible when listed for sale, because they are in demand.

As you can see in the chart, the average sales price has risen from year 2018 to 2019. First time home buyers, are coming on stronger with better results. We also see improved consumer confidence.

Inventory has gone down some, which is good for sellers. The foreclosure market in our local MLS

system, has seen some REO homes, go right to only sheriffs sales auctions, so that has helped to raise the median sales price on most of the mainland towns in Atlantic County.

Listings for sale, will quickly increase for more competition in the spring market season which starts quickly now after the Superbowl. On the chart below, notice the percentage numbers are close to 2018 stats, in most categories. Also note the big jump in the 55 plus living department. This was a welcomed change, and even the condos/and townhouses have jumped up with good solid increases, for higher numbers.

The beach communities are still yielding good prices. Atlantic County has cleansed out a lot of properties that were on and off the market for 3 years or more,in some cases. for better results in the last two years, with increased sales, and sales happening faster on average.

If your selling a home now, its all about finding the right balance of correct list price in your price segment niche. Also, the homes that sell real fast are appealing and updated with modern kitchens and baths and in good show condition to yield the best results.

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While up from their recent lows a few months ago, mortgage rates end the year in 2019 close to three-quarters of a percent lower than a year before. This also helps

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Bleeding Heart the garden reveals the rose ‘Passionate Kisses” to your left and the salvia “Hot Lips” on your right. But once you get to know them, you’ll appreciate that both plants are perennials to enjoy year after year. ‘Passionate Kisses’ is a beautiful pink rose and a repeat bloomer that will give you flowers from spring to fall. ‘Hot Lips’ is a salvia with two-toned flowers of

white and lipstick-red that will reward you by attracting hummingbirds with its nectar.

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t was in 1938 that indoor auto racing began in Atlantic City at Convention Hall (now Boardwalk Hall) and it has returned throughout the years. In 2003, Len Sammons, the publisher of Area Auto Racing News, brought indoor auto racing back to Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall, and he has returned every year since. On January 31, and Feb 1, 2020, the annual Indoor Auto Racing Series returned to Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City for the 18th annual NAPA Auto Parts Classic. This annual event draws race fans from all over the country and beyond and features

three classes of cars: the TQ Midgets, Slingshots and Champ Karts.

The Gambler’s Classic is the main attraction race and features the Three Quarter Midgets or TQ Midget race cars. The name T.Q. originated from the fact that the cars were roughly three quarters the size of a USAC Midget Car with a very high power-to-weight ratio and typically use four cylinder engines. The TQ Midgets you're seeing today resemble the originals from

the 1950's—small, light, single seat, and an open cockpit. This year's winner of the Gambler’s Classic

was Andy Jankowiak, who won for the 2nd straight year. The Slingshots are lots of fun to watch.

They typically feature a 58" wheel-based, an alcohol-burning engine, and can reach speeds of over 80 MPH. The Champ Karts are quick scrappy carts with a roll cage and it's exciting to watch them bump and push each other on

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The annual Atlantic City NAPA Auto Parts Classic is a great family event, and fans with reserved tickets can attend “Fan Fest” on the speedway prior to the event to meet your favorite drivers and get some autographs. When you attend your first indoor midget race you will want to attend more, and there are additional events in the series.

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will return to the same four venues in 2020. The series will open on the concrete floor of the PPL Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania, on Friday and Saturday January 3rd and 4th with two complete programs for the TQ Midgets. Following the “Concrete Series” event in Atlantic

City at the end of January, a special non-point event will be held on a banked clay oval. The third annual East Coast Indoor Dirt Nationals will again be held at the CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, New Jersey, on Friday and Saturday nights February 21st and 22nd featuring nearly 100

wingless 600cc Sprints. The “Concrete Series” season finale follows on Friday and Saturday March 13th and 14th in a second year return to the brand new Expo Center located on the grounds of the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, New York.

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9. Cell status 13. Pentateuch 14. "To Kill a Mockingbird" recluse 15. Most famous hobbit 16. Enlighten 17. ____-Wan 18. Willow tree 19. *Smallest President 21. *"Oh Captain, My Captain" 23. Prepare to shoot 24. Tulip's early stage 25. Geological Society of America 28. Symphony member 30. Hank Williams' "Hey Good ____" 35. *Pre-election commotion 37. Unpleasant road display 39. Actress Watts 40. Full of enthusiasm 41. Musician's exercise 43. Seedy source of Omega-3s 44. Nine musicians 46. What those on the lam do 47. Kind of palm 48. Threefold 50. Accepted behavior 52. *Barack Obama's former title 53. Toothy tool 55. H+, e.g.

57. *Lincoln follower 61. First book of Old Testament 65. Bye to Emmanuel Macron 66. It doesn't mix with water 68. French wine region 69. Battery units 70. Spy org.

71. Emulate Demosthenes 72. Liberal pursuits 73. Baby goat 74. Continental money

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33. *Candidate's concern 34. *First US president to resign 36. She played a TV genie 38. Cocoyam 42. Chill-inducing 45. Group of foot bones 49. One from Laos 51. *Inspiration for Liberia's capital 54. Beginning of a joke 56. India's first P.M. 57. Cup of Joe 58. Detected by olfactory 59. Sword handle 60. Brooklyn players 61. Happy 62. Fly like an eagle 63. A fan of 64. Gets the picture 67. Roman three See Solution on Page 47

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Shore Local Trivia Test Your Local Knowledge 1. This game can be played at a boardwalk arcade for just 10 cents. a) Pinball b) Prize Crane c) Skeeball d) Air Hockey 2. This casino was once Trump Castle. a) Golden Nugget b) Hard Rock c) Bally’s d) Tropicana

7. Summer beachgoers won’t need beach badges here. a) Margate b) Brigantine c) Ocean City d) Atlantic City 8. A drive down the coast from Atlantic City to Cape May and back would cost you how much in tolls? a) $3.00 b) $7.50 c) $8.00 d) $9.50 9. What was the name of Atlantic City’s professional hockey team? a) The Huskies b) The Seagulls c) The Boardwalk Bullies d) The Card Sharks

3. This island town has no ocean piers. a) Ventnor b) Ocean City c) Brigantine d) Margate 4. This road connec t s Hammonton and Smithville. a) Tilton b) Delilah c) Jim Leeds d) Moss Mill 5. The annual Good Old Days Festival takes place here. a) Ocean City b) Somers Point c) Smithville d) Margate

10. What is the most expensive property to buy in Monopoly? a) New York Avenue b) Pacific Avenue c) Boardwalk d) States Avenue

11. This is the City Hall of: a) Ocean City b) Brigantine c) Margate d) Ventnor Answers: 1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - C, 4 - D, 5 - B, 6 - A, 7 - D, 8 - B, 9 - C, 10 - C, 11 - D. All Correct - SURELY LOCAL. You’ve got sand in your toes and pines needles by your feet.

8 or 9 correct - SOLID LOCAL. You know your way around.

6 or 7 correct - SEMI LOCAL. Not born and raised, but not bad.

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6. This beachfront high-rise is painted pink. a) Port-O-Call b) Margate Towers c) Ocean Club d) Gardens Plaza

3 or 5 correct - NEWBIE. Take another exit. You should get around more.

0 to 2 correct - SHOOBIE – Welcome to South Jersey. The beach is that way.

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eritage Surf and Sport announced today they will team up with Vans and The Hope Town Volunteer Fire and Rescue Team in Elbow Cay in the Bahamas. The team will provide shoes and clothing as well as raise money for ongoing relief efforts for the people of the Bahamas.

stated Hennessy. “My trips were so memorable because of how good the people were, when I heard how dire the conditions still are, I wanted to do what I could to help.”

Elbow Cay, a small island in the Bahamas, was completely destroyed when Hurricane Dorian made landfall on September 1, 2019. Dorian was a

Jim Hennessy of Heritage, along with Steve Van Doren, Alan Vano and two other team members will travel down to Elbow Cay, Marsh Harbor and other islands that were left in ruins after they were struck

by Hurricane Dorian in September.

They will be met by Chris Terrels, a local from Ocean City as well as the The Hope Town Volunteer Fire and Rescue Team to kick off a food and beverage benefit party at The Abaco Inn and On Da Beach Bar, the only two locations on the island that have the ability to cook food. The event will take place on February 6th and will benefit all the local Bahamians and Haitians as well as relief workers and volunteers as well as anyone else involved in the community. Shoes, clothing and food will be donated to anyone who is in need.

“Growing up in Florida, going to the Bahamas was an easy trip.”

Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 185 mph. The damage done was catastrophic and most natives lost loved ones, homes, businesses and possessions. As of today, almost 5 months later, Elbow Cay still does not have electricity and people are living in tents as building materials have only just started to arrive.

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Serving with Love Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation

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he new year is now well under way and I finally have had an opportunity to thoroughly reflect on the past decade. More specifically, for the past several years I have had both the privilege and the honor to serve as president (and, before that, vice president) of the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation (DRCF).

With the onset of 2020, my term as president of the DRCF has just ended, and I now feel compelled to share some of the very special experiences this organization has afforded me and countless others over the past many years.

As the president of this extremely charitable foundation for a number of years during this past decade, I was the designated person who contacted the dozens and dozens of individuals struggling with cancer who were recently approved by our board to receive financial assistance.

After months of not being able to work because of their illness, these individuals were often returning home from chemotherapy, radiation and/or a surgical procedure feeling very sick, afraid and exhausted — not knowing if their electricity was going to be shut off, if they would have any money for food, if their car would be repossessed, if their water/gas would be on for a hot shower, etc., etc.

My most favorite occurrence, which happened quite often, was when I found myself saying to one of our applicants something along these lines: “I know you requested $2,000 through our organization

to help you with your financial challenges while contending with your cancer, as it appears that this is the amount of money that you think you will need to deal with your significant financial issues during this difficult time, but, after a careful analysis of your application, we really think you need $10,000 to make sure you are going to be financially OK through this whole ordeal.” The emotional responses on the other side of the phone touched my soul in a way that is truly ineffable, and it often brought me to tears.

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In my humble opinion, this life is all about compassion, giving, helping one another and the world as a whole.

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Thank you to the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation and all of our supporters for all that you do and for allowing me to be part of so much “service” to others in our community.

Peace and love to all, and a happy new year/decade to all my fellow South Jerseyites!

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